rushed

Example Sentences

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Drivers rushed into the industry during the pandemic as Covid-driven consumer demand drove freight rates to record highs.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

One video showed a helicopter landing in a dark parking lot, while uniformed soldiers rushed the aircraft and were lifted out.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

I rushed to the outdoor deck for the royal walk-club meetup, but the track was closed due to winds of more than 30 miles an hour.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

On the second night after being discharged, Olivia collapsed because of dehydration and was rushed back to hospital.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

Meanwhile, Duane rushed through the grassy meadows and around the berry bushes and onto the Fabulous Beach in time to see the ocean fog moving ever closer to the Shipwreck.

From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el